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Trolli expands dark, whimsical ‘It’s Trolli’ campaign

Trolli has built on its dark, quirky “It’s Trolli” campaign after last year’s advertising spots boosted sales and consumer engagement.

Skittles, Todrick Hall partner to donate $100K to National Black Trans Advocacy Coalition

The Skittles brand has partnered with actor, singer and choreographer Todrick Hall to donate $100,000 to the National Black Trans Advocac...

Valrhona achieves B Corporation certification

Valrhona has achieved B Corporation certification, which recognizes companies committed to performance, transparency and social and envir...

BENEO launches organic chicory root fiber, rice starch

BENEO has expanded its chicory root fiber and rice starch ingredient portfolio with two new organic solutions.

NCA launches Sweets & Snacks On Demand

The National Confectioners Association has launched Sweets & Snacks On Demand after canceling the 2020 in-person event as a result of...

Puratos Group expands presence in Africa with 4 subsidiaries

Puratos Group has invested in production facilities in Kenya, Ivory Coast, Ethiopia and Nigeria with the goal of reducing food imports an...

ISM organizers optimistic about 2021 participation

Though the total of participating companies (501) is down from the 566 Koelnmesse recorded this time last year, organizers feel the trade...

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Amazon to launch shopping carts that track what shoppers grab

Alyse Thompson

Amazon's new Dash Carts, launching alongside Amazon Go Grocery stores this year, offer more opportunities for impulse sales and collecting consumer purchasing data. …

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2020 State of the Confectionery Industry: $2.9B gum category sees declines in light of COVID-19 pandemic

Alyse Thompson

Overall, the chewing gum category continues to see declines in both dollar sales and unit sales, but these drops could be exacerbated by consumers staying home during lockdowns prompted by …

Gummies & Jellies

2020 State of the Confectionery Industry: Gummies drive growth in chewy candy category

Alyse Thompson

Established gummy brands and category newcomers continue to drive growth in the non-chocolate chewy candy sector. …

Candy & Confections

2020 State of the Confectionery Industry: COVID-19 impacts every category

Crystal Lindell

There’s no way to write about the State of the Confectionery industry without leading with COVID-19. The global pandemic hit the U.S. in early 2020, and it’s had a massive …

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We support the candy companies halting Facebook ads as part of #StopHateForProfit

Crystal Lindell

A number of confectionery companies are participating in the #StopHateForProfit campaign, and we wanted to take a moment to applaud them for doing so. …

Ingredients

COVID-19’s impact on functional ingredient trends and other insights from Cargill

Crystal Lindell

Experts at Cargill recently took some time to answer questions about functional ingredients, offering insights into health-conscious consumers, the impact of COVID-19 and balancing health benefits with taste. …

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Everything You Would Have Seen at the 2020 Sweets & Snacks Expo

The confectionery industry is resilient, and it has navigated the COVID-19 pandemic with fortitude and grace. Many companies are even launching new products! …

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3 products from Ferrara we would’ve seen at the 2020 Sweets & Snacks Expo

Ferrara Candy Co. has revealed three sugar confectionery products the company would’ve introduced at this year’s Sweets & Snacks Expo.

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Mars Wrigley launches Snickers Peanut Brownie

The Snickers brand’s latest innovation combines chocolate, caramel and chewy peanut brownie filling to create Snickers Peanut Brownie.

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Amazon to launch shopping carts that track what shoppers grab

By Alyse Thompson

Amazon's new Dash Carts, launching alongside Amazon Go Grocery stores this year, offer more opportunities for impulse sales and collecting consumer purchasing data.

We support the candy companies halting Facebook ads as part of #StopHateForProfit

By Crystal Lindell

How consumers use technology to buy food during the coronavirus pandemic

New Products

Jelly Belly to introduce Scottie Dogs in August

Jelly Belly Candy Co. has expanded its growing line of candy offerings to include Jelly Belly Scottie Dogs licorice.

Candy & Confections

Yowie Group donates nearly 10K treats to healthcare centers, shelters

Yowie began coordinating with hospitals and shelters in early May to donate their products, including surprise-inside chocolate eggs, gummies and bites.

Candy & Confections

Endangered Species Chocolate, Lily’s launch baking chips

Endangered Species Chocolate (ESC) and Lily’s have both launched baking chips to meet the needs of consumers looking to avoid dairy and high sugar content, respectively.

Non-Chocolate New Products

Dorval Trading Co. introduces Passionfruit Sour Power Straws

Dorval Trading Co., Ltd. has added Passionfruit to its lineup of Sour Power Straws.

Candy Industry Magazine

June 2019

The June 2019 issue features an interview with a natural candy color specialist, a look at how chocolate bar makers can stand out from the crowd, our global state of the candy industry, and more.

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